Top Aswan Outdoor Activities

Skip the expense of flying and travel south for a Nile cruise in style. Exploring with a guide in a group capped at just 15 travelers, catch the sleeper train to Aswan, then join a 5-star ship for a full-board cruise. See the signature sights of Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor with a guide—please note, entrance fees are not included. Finally, take the sleeper back from Luxor.

Tick off two of Aswan’s top sights in a single day during this half-day, small-group combo tour. See how Lake Nasser was created using a feat of modern engineering at the High Dam. Then enjoy a boat ride to Agilika Island for an Egyptologist-led visit to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Hotel transfers are provided.

Explore Aswan’s Nubian heritage during this private three-hour excursion to Sohail Island. Head inside a family home to get to know local community members. Listen to stories about the culture and history of the Nubian people over a home-brewed glass of tea. Enjoy free time to explore the island on your own, known for its brightly painted homes. Hotel transfers and a boat ride on the Nile River are included.

Explore the Abu Simbel Temples with ease on this full-day guided tour from Aswan. Your qualified guide will pick you up from your hotel or ship and accompany you across the desert. On arrival, explore the exterior of the twin temples (entrance fees extra), reflected in Lake Nasser, and learn how they were relocated as the Nile rose.

Sail from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star Nile cruise with full-board dining (guaranteed Mon, Wed & Fri departures). Unlike budget tours with hidden costs, all main temple entrance fees are 100% included—skip long ticket queues and enjoy seamless entry. Experience daily guided excursions in your preferred native language (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or Russian) led by licensed Egyptologists. Included sights: Philae Temple, High Dam, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Luxor, Colossi of Memnon & Queen Hatshepsut Temple. Seamless door-to-door transfers included (Aswan pickup & Luxor drop-off via modern A/C vehicles). Exciting Optional Add-Ons: Abu Simbel Temples, Sunrise Hot Air Balloon & Nubian Village. Book now for a hassle-free, premium Nile journey!

Discover a part of Egypt that most first-time visitors miss on a private day trip to the Abu Simbel temples from Aswan. You’ll stay cool and skip the hassle of car hire with private, air-conditioned transport, and enjoy the chance to ask as many questions as you like to your private guide. Plus, you’ll enjoy the freedom to make tweaks to your itinerary. Note : To confirm your booking will need copy photo from your passport please update it with booking process

Enjoy 4-day Aswan and Luxor Nile cruise is a great alternative because it spaces out attractions, so you feel like you get a great time at each. - Explore popular places such as Philae, the Aswan Dam, the Temple of Kom Ombo, the Temple of Edfu, and Karnak. - See top Aswan and Luxor attractions during this 4-day Nile cruise - Travel stress-free—meals provided while on board This Nile cruise includes three nights of accommodations Cruise ship features a pool and sun deck for relaxing in between sightseeing - Enjoy the hot air balloon as a great option

Exploring Aswan’s highlights with a private guide means a more flexible and personalized sightseeing experience than on a shared trip. With this half-day tour, you travel with your own Egyptologist guide to the Unfinished Obelisk, Aswan High Dam, and Philae Temple, with the opportunity to view and learn about them as you like. Private air-conditioned transport, a choice of departure times, and hotel, port, and station pickup and drop-off are also included for convenience.

See the ancient temples of Abu Simbel in the shortest amount of time during this half-day guided tour from Aswan, which includes round-trip domestic flight tickets. Choose between partly or fully guided Egyptologist-led tours. Enjoy comfortably ground transfers between your hotel and the airport in an air-conditioned minivan. Admission tickets to the Abu Simbel temple complex are included.

Skip the crowded buses or train carriages and travel from Aswan to Luxor on a luxurious, five-star cruise. Enjoy a sumptuous one-way passage down the famous Nile River, with stunning river views along the way. Cruises include a well-appointed private cabin and all meals included, with plenty of food options available to suit any palate.

See three of Aswan’s top sights over the course of a fday on this private excursion. Board your private, air-conditioned vehicle at your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise and depart for the High Dam of Aswan, built in 1960. Then it’s off to learn about ancient Egypt as you explore the Unfinished Obelisk and take a boat ride to the Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. All entrance fees extra.

Experience the magic of Southern Egypt on a luxurious four-day Nile cruise from Aswan. Explore Abu Simbel at sunrise, soar over Luxor’s Valley of the Kings in a hot-air balloon, and visit legendary temples like Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and Luxor. Enjoy five-star accommodations on the cruise, full board, expert Egyptologist guides, and seamless air-conditioned transfers, with hotel accommodation included except on the final day, offering an authentic Egyptian experience.

Explore the lush gardens of the Aswan Botanic Gardens on this private boat tour. Start by sailing down the Nile River in a traditional felucca sailboat, taking in the sights along the riverbanks, including the Agha Khan Mausoleum. When you arrive at the Aswan Botanic Gardens, discover rare and exotic plants and trees from around the world as you wander the garden’s lush pathways. Along the way, an Egyptologist guide will provide you with all the information you need to know about the history of this fascinating region.

Venture towards the border of Sudan on a private day tour from Aswan to the temples of Abu Simbel. These great temples were built by and dedicated to the great Pharaoh Ramses II over 3,000 years ago and are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Learn about the rich history of ancient Egypt from your guide as you tour the temples and carvings before heading back to Aswan.

Avoid the hassle of finding a ride at the chaotic airport when you arrive in Aswan and book this reliable Aswan International Airport Private Arrival Transfer ahead of your visit. Your private group of up to 15 gets picked up by a driver and gets help with your luggage. Once onboard the vehicle, you’ll ride smoothly to your accommodation in Aswan.

Forget queuing for a taxi or juggling your luggage on public transport. Pre-book a private arrival transfer instead and enjoy a stress-free start to your Egypt vacation. Your driver will meet you at Aswan Airport and drive you directly to your Aswan hotel in the comfort of a spacious air-conditioned vehicle. There’s no need to worry about inconvenient arrival times or flight delays either – transfers are available round-the-clock, every day of the week.

Focus more on the royal temples of Abu Simbel and less on logistics, with this comprehensive day trip from Aswan. Alongside an Egyptologist guide, you’ll travel direct from your Aswan hotel to the striking archaeological complex. You’ll have ample free time to discover the temples on your own, followed up with commentary from your guide to learn all about them.

Discover three of Aswan’s top highlights with ease on a private tour by boat. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise. Visit the Temple of Philae, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam, with a qualified guide in your preferred language to provide historical context and insights.

Aswan is filled with important historical attractions, but sights are spread out, making them difficult to tick off in limited time. Ideal for travelers with tight schedules, this half-day, small-group experience covers Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the stunningly preserved island Temple of Philae, all in a handful of hours. Air-conditioned door-to-door ground transportation is provided, plus a scenic motorboat ride along the Nile River.

Sail down the Nile, from Luxor to Aswan, on this four-night cruise. You'll visit some of the region's most important attractions, including the Valley of the King, the Abu Simbel and Kom Ombo Temples, and the High Dam of Aswan, with a qualified Egyptologist guide to lead the way. You'll also get the chance to take a hot air balloon ride over Luxor, included in the price of the tour.

Calling all birders: this private, three-hour bird-watching experience in Southern Egypt pairs you with a local expert nicknamed the “Birdman of Aswan.” Relax with front-door pick-up from your hotel and sail across the Nile to Lord Kitchener's Island in a traditional wind-powered felucca. Observe a variety of local birdlife in their natural habitat, including egrets, parakeets, and kingfishers, plus colorful flora like hibiscus and mimosa.

Take an amazing sailing Nile cruise trip from Aswan to Luxor for 2-nights with visit to the fabulous temples between Luxor and Aswan and the Great temples of Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan. Feast on buffet lunches, dinners, and breakfasts on board a 5-star ship. Every few hours, you will get alarm from your Nile Cruise to stop and walk to these huge temples and tombs in Aswan and Luxor to take amazing shots. Enjoy visiting Abu Simbel Temples, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Valley of the kings and Hatshepsut Temple. Enjoy comfortable pickup and drop off at your hotel, airport or train station.

Time to relax, have peace of mind and enjoy a trip in nature to the Nubian Village on Soheil Island, west bank of Aswan by a small motorboat sailing around Aswan's beautiful islands and Nile river views.Know more about the Nubians and their life in this 3-hours tour that includes pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan.

Discover the culture of the Nubians on this private tour to a Nubian Village on Soheil Island, on the west bank of Aswan. You will have the chance to meet and talk with a local family in order to learn more about their culture then take a stroll through the streets and visit the local school